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Global safety equipment manufacturer and supplier - Survitec will demonstrate a range of Maritime Defence equipment, including boats and personal protective equipment (PPE), with live waterborne displays at DSEI 2021 from 14th – 17th September 2021 at Excel, London, United Kingdom (UK). The demonstration will feature a number of new additions from Survitec, including the Marin Life Jacket, their newest defence life jacket, which fully integrates to any body armour, which is important not only for the wearers comfort, but also increases the safety aspect when it’s needed. Survitec’s Maritime Defence boats and PPE on display Survitec personnel will be stationed at the docks area of Excel showcasing the full Maritime Defence boats and PPE capability, along with a presence in the Aerospace Zone on stand H6-121, where they will be showcasing Military Inflatable Boats, Fast Jet and Non-Fast Jet & Rotary Wing PFE and a range of Maritime Life Preservers. Survitec will also be showcasing the Inflatable Walls Training System in the Activity Zone at DSEI 2021.

Leading lifejacket provider Crewsaver, a Survitec brand, is spearheading a fundamental shift in how it designs and produces its Survival Technology by embracing a circular product lifecycle. The lifejacket specialist has adopted a three-pronged approach to decrease its environmental impact commencing with the forthcoming release of its new high-performance lifejackets to be showcased this week at Metstrade in Amsterdam. Arriving in 2023, Crewsaver’s new EXO lifejackets include the ability to extend the product lifespan. If the cover gets damaged or an alternative colourway is preferred, wearers will no longer need to purchase a new lifejacket. Instead, the cover can be changed easily through a unique modular design. Crewsaver’s new lifejackets The company is reinventing the packaging experience by eliminating plastic offering a robust and fully biodegradable alternative to plastic bags. Using a science-based approach, a no-trace packaging alternative for Crewsaver’s new lifejackets causes no harm to marine ecosystems whilst still retaining functionality to ensure products are protected through to their destination. The annual reduction in plastic packaging of 16,400m2 is the equivalent surface area of 13 Olympic-sized swimming pools. This follows an initiative that removes 94,000 plastic hangers per year from Crewsaver’s entire portfolio of products. Crewsaver’s supply chain and production models have been updated, moving away from large stocks of finished goods to an assembly model closer to locations with the greatest demand, significantly improving delivery lead times, reducing product overstock and the use of material and transport, all of which have a carbon debt. Increasingly environmentally conscious Waste is overwhelming our planet and without action, our oceans and waterways will be filled Feedback from customers and end-users reveals that consumers are increasingly environmentally conscious. Purchasing habits show they are investing in products designed to last without adding to landfill. Announcing the news, Crewsaver General Manager David Duffin said: “Optimising our commitment to the environment and product sustainability has always been important to us at Crewsaver and I’m delighted to be able to scale sustainable change across our product portfolio, starting with our packaging, supply chain and modular product design.” “Waste is overwhelming our planet and without action, our oceans and waterways will be filled with more plastic than fish in years to come. A circular product lifecycle offers an alternative and more sustainable approach. We will keep innovating and working with our partners to deliver real change and benefits for our customers and our environment”. Distributors and retailers Distributors and retailers are encouraged to meet with the Crewsaver team on stand 03.216 at Metstrade, which takes place at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre between the 15th and 17th November.

‘Ultimate protection for flight crews operating in cold climates’ - that’s the premise of global Survival Technology solutions provider - Survitec’s upgraded multi-platform, Cold Weather Protection Ensemble, which debuted at the SAFE Association’s annual symposium in Mobile, Alabama, USA. Based on the Survival Technology company’s existing flight coverall, the upgrade includes a new high-insulation base layer, delivering an improved level of thermal protection to flight crews operating in extreme environmental conditions. Cold Weather Protection Ensemble A new high-insulation base layer provides an improved level of thermal protection Designed in partnership with the industry and already used by air forces in Europe, including the United Kingdom (UK), as a result of a recent increase in demand. A new high-insulation base layer provides an improved level of thermal protection, designed to deliver maximum inclement weather capability while offering the wearer a low-bulk garment for increased comfort and mobility. High-performance fabrics and insulation Martin Whittaker, Survitec’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Aerospace and Defence, said “The design of the Cold-Weather Protection Ensemble is specific to the needs of aircrew. The high-performance fabrics and insulation provide optimum protection from snow, rain, wind and freezing temperatures whilst allowing any perspiration to evaporate quickly and comfortably.” Martin Whittaker adds, “Winter in Europe is approaching, and we want to ensure we have the very best capability to protect aircrew, whether involved in ground logistics or combat operations.” Gore-Tex bi-laminate fabric jacket and tri-laminate trousers Water and windproof and manufactured using PrimaLoft Synergie high-performance insulation material, the integrated two-piece comprises a flame-retardant Gore-Tex bi-laminate fabric jacket and tri-laminate trousers with adjustable braces and additional lower back insulation. The ensemble is designed for all aircraft types, including ejection seat-equipped front line and training Available in 18 sizes, the ensemble is designed for all aircraft types, including ejection seat-equipped front line and training, rotary wing and transport. Experience gained during the development of cold weather equipment for the Eurofighter Typhoon programme has been leveraged during the ensemble development. High-performance functional garments Nick Mulhall, the Business Development Director at Survitec, said “Our high-performance functional garments protect pilots and aircrew worldwide in all environmental conditions on all aircraft types. The Cold Weather Protection Ensemble augments our portfolio giving additional options to provide appropriate levels of protection, ensuring mission flexibility wherever in the world aircrews are operating.” Nick Mulhall adds, “We are ready to support military aviators and ground crews to ensure they are protected in all weathers.” SAFE Association Symposium 2022 Survitec’s Martin Whittaker and Nick Mulhall are available at Booth 312 of the SAFE Association Symposium 2022, which takes place at the Mobile Convention Center, Alabama, USA, until the 3rd of November 2022.